Commends Coach Danny Broussard on his illustrious forty-two-year coaching career
Summary
House Resolution 85 is a ceremonial resolution that commends Coach Danny Broussard for his 42-year career as head coach of the St. Thomas More Catholic High School boys’ basketball team. The resolution highlights his extraordinary win-loss record, repeated playoff appearances, multiple state championships, and numerous coaching honors at the district, parish, state, and national levels. It also notes his induction into the Louisiana High School Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, his selection as a finalist for national coaching honors, and his upcoming induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
The resolution does not change any substantive law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to official recognition by the Louisiana House of Representatives, placing the Legislature’s commendation into the public record and celebrating Broussard’s contributions to Louisiana high school basketball and education. Because it is a resolution of praise, it has no direct impact on state statutes, agencies, or regulated parties beyond symbolic recognition.
Impact
HR85 has no legal or regulatory effect on Louisiana statutes or state agencies. It is a nonbinding commendatory resolution that formally honors an individual, recognizes his achievements in high school athletics and teaching, and expresses the Legislature’s appreciation for his service. The only practical impact is ceremonial and reputational, with no changes to rights, duties, or funding.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding HR85 is strongly positive and unanimous in tone. The bill text is entirely laudatory, emphasizing Coach Broussard’s record, championships, awards, and long service to his school and community. No votes, committee objections, or opposing testimony are provided, and the resolution’s purpose is to celebrate a widely respected figure rather than to advance a contested policy issue.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the available materials. The resolution is a straightforward tribute, and the context includes no committee debate, amendments, or recorded opposition. Any discussion would likely have centered on the appropriateness of the honor and the scope of Broussard’s accomplishments, but the provided record shows broad, unqualified praise rather than disagreement.
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